Beginner
Side Kick Plank
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Side Kick Plank works all the major lower body muscle groups, particularly the quads, glutes, and outer thighs. Sidekick plank also automatically uses core muscles.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Lie on your side on one forearm with your legs bent and your knees bent at a 90-degree angle. Close the upper hand into a fist, extending the hand in front of the face. -
Step 2
Squeeze your body and lift your hips so that a straight line forms from your shoulders to your knees. Swing the top leg out. Pause and then return to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Side Kick Plank targets Back, Glutes, Hamstrings, Obliques as seen below.
Exercise Tip
- Be sure to bring your hips forward during the kick.
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